25 Fresh Butternut Squash Recipes Perfect for Dinner Tonight!

Butternut is my favorite winter squash for a lot of reasons. For starters, they are easy to work with and each butternut produces a lot of useable squash. I’m also a big fan of the mild flavor, and firm, smooth flesh. Butternut squash is versatile and nutritious, and makes for a wonderful addition to all kinds of fall dinners.

Butternut squash is delicate, lightly sweet, and in season right now. Here are 25 incredible butternut squash recipes that are perfect for dinner tonight!

Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese 2 of 26

Aimee Wimbush-Bourque of Simple Bites shares her recipe for cozy mac and cheese with butternut squash! This comforting recipe is perfect for the first chilly days of fall. Babble Food has the recipe Image: Aimee Wimbush-Bourque

Butternut Squash Salad with Escarole 3 of 26

Turn a healthy salad recipe in to a satisfying meal by piling on delicious roasted squash! This recipe contrasts the sweetness of roasted squash with pleasantly bitter escarole beautifully. Babble Food has the recipe Image: Angie McGowan

Butternut Squash Bread 4 of 26

I know that pumpkin bread is all the rage, but all kinds of winter squash are great in baked goods! Even better, they're a lot easier to come by at the markets than pie pumpkins. Give homemade a try with this moist and delicious butternut squash bread; pair it with a hearty stew for a perfect fall supper. The Corner Kitchen has the recipeImage: The Corner Kitchen

Butternut Squash and Sweet Potato Hash 5 of 26

This tasty hash recipe is equally at home on the breakfast or dinner table. Either way, you'll have a wonderful side dish that's cooked to buttery perfection! Brooklyn Supper has the recipe Image: Brooklyn Supper

Butternut Squash and Caramelized Onion Flatbread 6 of 26

This recipe makes a wonderful case for roasting up a batch of butternut squash for use all week. Once you've prepped your squash, and some caramelized onions, this easy flatbread pizza comes together in minutes. Oh My Veggies has the recipe Image: Rikki Snyder

This delicious recipe from Kitchen Treaty had me hooked at beer, but in case that's not enough for you, this satisfying chili recipe is loaded with herbs and spices, not to mention butternut squash, red pepper, carrots, and pinto beans. Kitchen Treaty has the recipeâ€¨Image: Kitchen Treaty

Butternut Squash Soup with Coconut and Cilantro 16 of 26

This light and creamy soup recipe features butternut squash, coconut milk, fresh cilantro, and a hint of ginger! The Gracious Pantry has the recipeImage: The Gracious Pantry

Butternut Squash Kale Salad with Lentils and Tahini 17 of 26

This bold salad makes for a fresh and healthy dinner that works well even in the coldest of months! Oh My Veggies has the recipe Image: Oh My Veggies

Butternut Squash Casserole 18 of 26

Try a new take on casserole, one brimming with onions, garlic, and butternut squash, and topped with an irresistible pistachio crumb topping. Crumb Blog has the recipe Image: Crumb Blog

Roasted Butternut Squash Vegetarian Chili 19 of 26

This fresh take on chili offers up a bold and healthy vegetarian chili. Loaded with good stuff like jalapeÃ±os, tomatoes, corn, red onions, and, of course, butternut squash, this chili is a great meatless recipe. Cooking on the Weekends has the recipeImage: Cooking on the Weekends

Sausage, Kale, and Butternut Squash Stew 20 of 26

As this sausage and veggie-studded stew proves, a hearty stew can be a delicious meal all by itself. Added bonus: one bowl dinner (the BEST). The Lemon Bowl has the recipe Image: The Lemon Bowl

Roasted Apple and Butternut Squash Puree 21 of 26

Purees get top billing for the toddler set, but a great sweet and savory puree can also be an excellent base for all kinds of grown-up fall dishes. The light, zesty flavors of this puree would be an excellent compliment to a rich meat entree. The Culinary Life has the recipe Image: The Culinary Life

Butternut Squash Soup 22 of 26

This easy, flavorful butternut squash soup is a breeze to whip up! And with great ingredients like leeks and ginger in the mix, it's sure to make for a memorable dinner! This Week for Dinner has the recipeImage: Jane Maynard

Winter Squash Gratin 23 of 26

Cook up a deliciously simple casserole with Stacie's scrumptious recipe. This easy recipe also makes a great addition to your Thanksgiving table! Babble Food has the recipe Image: Stacie Billis

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